1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 220 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
